Sleep is My Waking Passion

Bio: Ellen Joseph, PhD (she/her) is a Licensed Clinical Health Psychologist working at GI Psychology in Virginia. She earned her doctorate in Counseling Psychology from the University of Denver and has trained at numerous academic health centers across the country, including Cooper University Health Care, the University of Texas Health Science Center, and Denver Health.

Dr. Joseph has a wealth of experience working in integrated medical settings and has a passion for treating patients of all ages with chronic and acute medical conditions. She particularly enjoys treating patients with gastrointestinal disorders given the associated stigma and significant impact on valued areas of their lives. Dr. Joseph's passion is helping patients reclaim control over their lives and enhance overall satisfaction and meaning.

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    Dr. Sofia is a board-certified pediatric pulmonologist and sleep medicine specialist. She trained at the prestigious Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia and served as an Assistant Professor of Clinical Pediatrics at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania. Currently, she practices at Sheikh Khalifa Medical City in Abu Dhabi, where she leads the Pediatric Sleep Service and the Aerodigestive Program. A core faculty member of the ACGME-accredited pediatric residency program and the World Sleep Academy, Dr. Sofia is dedicated to global clinical research, health advocacy, and medical education.

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Emma Cooksey is a writer, speaker, and patient advocate. She was diagnosed with obstructive sleep apnea at the age of 30, after more than a decade of unexplained health issues. In 2020, Emma launched a weekly podcast, “Sleep Apnea Stories”  to break down stereotypes of sleep apnea while also raising awareness of symptoms and treatment options.  In 2023, Emma released "The 6-Week CPAP Solutions Workbook" to help new and struggling CPAP users find solutions to their problems using CPAP.

In 2021, Emma became the first person with sleep apnea to complete Project Sleep’s Rising Voices speaker training. For the past several years, Emma has shared her story and given a much-needed patient perspective at conferences including SLEEP 2024, the Philadelphia Sleep Conference, and the North American Dental Sleep Medicine Symposium.

In her current role as Sleep Apnea Program Manager, Emma will run Project Sleep’s brand new Sleep Apnea Education and Awareness Program. She will develop and implement new awareness and educational initiatives, events, and activities, to empower people with sleep apnea to seek diagnosis, support, and care.

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Season 5 of Sleep Is My Waking Passion is launching on September 11th! Join me as I chat with experts in sleep, physical therapy, and much more! This will be a women's health-focused season, packed with essential topics like sleep in perimenopause, hormonal changes, pelvic floor health, travel tips, and tips for optimizing sleep with new additions like kids or pets in the home. Whether you're a long-time listener or new to the show, there's something for everyone. Don't forget to tune in, like, rate, and share!  

Dr. Sarah Silverman is a Stanford-trained holistic sleep specialist, insomnia expert, and wellness consultant who's passionate about sleep health and wellness. Dr. Sarah uses a personalized, mindfulness-based approach to help improve sleep problems. Notably, she is an expert in Cognitive Behavior Therapy for insomnia (CBTi), the first-line, drug-free approach for adults with chronic insomnia. CBTi is an effective way to improve sleep naturally and overcome chronic insomnia without medication. Dr. Sarah is the founder and CEO of Sleep & Shine, a boutique sleep telehealth practice offering personalized and holistic sleep services. She is also the founder and CEO of ZzzHaus (“Sleep House”), an online health consulting agency, which provides concierge holistic wellness coaching and consulting services. As a company focused on women’s sleep and circadian health optimization, ZzzHaus uses cutting-edge epigenetics testing, circadian science, and evidence-based protocols to maximize performance. Connect with Dr. Sarah @drsarahsleep on socials.

 I am thrilled to have Dr. Mary E. Burns share her perspective on sleep changes in women, particularly during perimenopause and menopause. Dr. Burns is a highly accomplished, board-certified orthodontist with over 40 years of experience in the dental field. She has spent 26 years in private practice, specializing in adult orthodontics, interdisciplinary care, and the treatment of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA).

In this episode, we highlight the increased risk of sleep apnea in women and the importance of addressing sleep quality. Dr. Burns explains various orthodontic approaches to airway expansion and emphasizes the need to consider sleep disorders beyond apnea events. They also discuss the underreporting of sleep symptoms in women and the need for a paradigm shift in sleep medicine. 

Join me for an insightful and candid conversation with Dr. Ahmad Mahmoud, MD, who is both a friend and colleague. He is an Ear, Nose, Throat (ENT) specialist who trained at University of Pennsylvania and is affiliated with Hackensack Meridian Health and the founder of the INSPIRE program at a multispecialty practice in northern New Jersey. In this episode, Dr. Mahmoud candidly discusses Hypoglossal Nerve Stimulation as a promising alternative to CPAP treatment for obstructive sleep apnea. Don't miss this opportunity to learn about innovative solutions for managing sleep apnea from an expert in the field!

Dr. Solmaz Amirnazmin is a Boston-based, Stanford and Harvard trained physician, board-certified in Lifestyle Medicine with 14 years of clinical experience and a Weight Loss and Wellness Coach with training in culinary medicine and extensive background in nutrition research. She started her own lifestyle coaching practice called Enso Lifestyle Health, where she offers evidence-based lifestyle medicine coaching to help individuals optimize their health, prevent and reverse chronic illness, and achieve long-term weight loss. On this episode she shares specifics on her sustainable weight loss approach, her whole food/plant based/anti-inflammatory diet philosophy, how sleep and stress and avoidance of toxic substances (including alcohol), as well as exercise/movement all fit together.

Jemma Mumford is a former corporate powerhouse turned busy mum of two who shares my passion for the science of sleep. She has completed training with Lyndsey Hookway and Gordon Neufeld and is a now Toddler Sleep Consultant And Author of her first book The Better Sleep Blueprint. She is based in Sale, South Manchester and works with families online, you can find her at www.blissedoutbabies.co.uk   

Instagram: @blisedoutbabies

In this episode, we discuss various aspects of toddler sleep, covering topics such as managing expectations of toddler sleep, dealing with split nights and circadian rhythm issues, handling tricky bedtimes, the importance of connection, promoting relaxation before bed, night weaning, helping children self-regulate, and supporting independent sleep.

Dr. Cheri D. Mah is a renowned sleep physician and Adjunct Lecturer at the Stanford Sleep Medicine Center. With over a decade of experience, her research has focused on the relationship between sleep and performance in elite athletes. Dr. Mah consults with professional teams in the NFL, NBA, NHL, and MLB, including the World Champion Golden State Warriors, San Francisco Giants, San Jose Sharks, Super Bowl Champion Philadelphia Eagles, and Toronto Blue Jays.

Her expertise extends to serving on the Nike Performance Council, advising Supermoon Capital, and collaborating with companies like Gatorade, ESPN, Google, and various sleep technology startups. Dr. Mah’s work has been featured in prominent media outlets such as the NY Times, ESPN, NPR, NBC Bay Area, Time, BBC, and the Wall Street Journal.

Dr. Mah is board-certified in Sleep Medicine and Internal Medicine, having completed her fellowship at the Stanford Sleep Medicine Center and residency at Kaiser San Francisco. She earned her MD from the University of California San Francisco, where she was a research fellow at the UCSF Human Performance Center. Additionally, she holds an MS in Biological Sciences and a BAS dual degree in Biological Sciences and Psychology from Stanford University, graduating Phi Beta Kappa. 

In this episode, she shares her research findings on sleep deprivation among athletes and the significant improvements seen when athletes extended their sleep. Dr. Mah provides practical strategies for extending sleep, such as gradual changes, maintaining a regular sleep schedule, and creating a relaxing bedtime routine. She also discusses the impact of sleep on jet lag and offers tips for minimizing its effects. Overall, Dr. Mah highlights the importance of prioritizing sleep for optimal performance and well-being.

You can follow her on social @drcherimah